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Arizona Museum of Natural History

The Arizona Museum of Natural History Mesa AZ is the largest natural history museum in Arizona and is situated in Mesa, Arizona on the southwest side of town. It displays the cultural and natural history of the Southwest United States. The museum is an excellent educational facility for children. It features activities and programs that will bring your kids outdoors and get them involved with learning about the natural world and the history behind it. The museum is known for its outstanding collections and exhibits including a huge collection of Native American art, as well as an extensive collection of wildlife, birding, and botany specimens.

There are many outdoor activities that are available onsite to enjoy and learn about the rich history and culture of Arizona. One of the most popular outdoor activities is hiking and camping, which is easily accessible from the parking lot. Children of all ages can participate in these outdoor activities without fear of danger and get plenty of quality time outdoors and in nature.

Another major part of the natural history exhibits at the museum is the dinosaur display. This exhibit displays a variety of prehistoric animals and dinosaurs that roamed the land in what are called the Cretaceous period. This is a crucial time period in Earth’s history because it marked the beginning of major changes to the world and the beginning of life.

The museum also has a variety of educational games and activities for children to enjoy. For example, there are a building block game for toddlers, a rock-a-brick-activity game for little ones, and a scavenger hunt for kids and even a musical play with an all-star cast of characters. For older kids, there is also a fun activity known as the dinosaur show. These activities are great for parents to teach their children about the science behind dinosaurs and about the various animals that lived during this time period.

The museum’s natural history section is also a great place to shop for interesting items for your home or business. If you are looking for beautiful, handcrafted decorative wall hangings for your home, you can find just that. In addition, there are beautiful pieces that can be purchased and hung on your wall in order to beautify any room in your home. If you love books, you will find a huge variety of books in this section including everything from fiction, to biographies, to children’s books to guidebooks. There are also a variety of reference books to purchase for those that enjoy reading on their own but do not have the time or desire to read.

All of the books in the Arizona Museum of Natural History are in excellent condition and will bring many years of enjoyment to your life. The museum is open each day and offers many free guided tours. You can even bring your dog or pet along on a tour of the natural history section. This is a wonderful way to see the various exhibits and the museum grounds while enjoying a delicious desert hot dog, or even a slice of pizza at one of the world-famous famous Pizzas in Tucson.


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